San Diego International Airport (SAN): Approximate driving time is 25 minutes and distance is 20 miles.

Driving directions from San Diego International Airport: Take I-5 N and exit at Carmel Valley Rd. Turn right onto Carmel Valley, then left onto El Camino Real, and the hotel is on the right.

Getting there: The cheaper but slower way is on the Cloud 9 shuttle which drops off at the hotel ($16–25 per person.) Taxis, rental cars, Town Cars, and limousines are all more than $36. Fees subject to change without notice. Rental cars are available online.

Getting around: The hotel offers complimentary transportation to points within a 6-mile radius which includes shopping malls and the beach. Many guests hop on the Coaster commuter rail line from Solana Beach train station to travel into San Diego. Public transit fares are less than $5 but a rental car is preferable for convenience and flexibility. Fees subject to change without notice.

Sydney’s Grille: This newly remodeled restaurant offers a friendly, business-like setting, an inviting bar with multiple TVs, and both indoor and terrace seating. Fresh, American cuisine is served for all meals.

Amenity highlights: The resort-style pool is sheltered by swaying palms and features a childrens pool, spa, chaise lounges, showers, and plenty of towels. The remodeled restaurant and bar opens onto the pool area and offers multiple TVs, and a friendly ambience. A fitness center, business center, and gift shop are on the lobby level, and a complimentary shuttle transports guests to sights within 5 miles of the hotel, which includes the beach and shopping malls.

Insider tip: At some point, guests meet Oscar, the hotel cat. Oscar (a female) has been living at the Doubletree since it opened more than a decade ago. Oscar has become such a beloved fixture that frequent guests often send her gourmet food, catnip, and toys.